Bustos Statement on Bipartisan Vote to Avoid Catastrophic Transportation Disruption
WASHINGTON — Today, Congresswoman Cheri Bustos (IL-17) issued the following statement on her vote for a bipartisan measure to avert a catastrophic disruption in the transportation of food, fuel or other critical goods.
“Today, I joined my colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives to pass a bipartisan agreement preventing a catastrophic disruption in the transportation of food, fuel or other critical goods.
“While Congressional involvement in the collective bargaining process is far from ideal, the action we took today was essential to protect our economy from a devastating blow.
“As a friend and partner to the labor movement, I’m glad that today’s vote will provide significant pay increases and seven days of paid sick leave. I’m hopeful that the railroads will continue negotiating in good faith to ensure that workers in Illinois and across the country have the fair pay and quality of life they deserve.”